What does Matthew 10:38 mean?

Matthew 10:38 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 10:38 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me.

36And a man's foes shall be they of his own household.

37He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.

38And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me.

39He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it.

40He that receiveth you receiveth me, and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me.

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